Spring 50K Training
First Run
Sunday, March 3, 2024Start Time
7:00 amTraining Runs
Every Wednesday Every SundayStart Time
6:00 pm 7:00 am
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Coach: David Welch
David ran his first race at the 2004 Edinburgh, Scotland 10K and his first marathon in Barcelona, Spain in 2006 but it wasn’t until moving to Frederick in 2011 that he began racing more regularly. It was also in Frederick where David discovered ultra running, completing his first Catoctin 50K in 2013. He has since completed over 35 ultra distance races, including seven 100-mile races.
David began coaching in 2015, after receiving his RRCA coaching certification. Since then, he has coached athletes of all abilities training for 5K PRs to 200 mile races, last person standing backyard ultras, and everything in between. But his passion lies with helping runners conquer ultra distance races, particularly those on the beautiful trails of Frederick.
In addition to his coaching certification, David has a Ph.D. in Plant Molecular Biology, a certificate in plant-based nutrition, and is currently Chief Scientific Officer and Co-founder at Synthesis Capital, an investment manager created to transform our food system through food technology.
Virtual Training
We also offer virtual training options for our training programs.. You can either purchase a training plan or sign up for monthly virtual training with access to an expert coach.
Sponsored by Altra
Description
At Charm City Run our goal is to safely train runners towards reaching their goals of finishing your first ultra, achieving PR and everything in between. The power of the group atmosphere makes the journey fun and enjoyable while encouragement from your coaches makes the long runs much easier.
Each group will meet twice a week for 16 weeks for runs and learn about hydration, trail running, easy runs, recovery runs, hydration, nutrition, injury prevention and much more along the way. Weekday runs will consist of hills and track workouts. Weekend morning runs will be trail runs at local parks, unless weather forces us to stay on the roads.
Our spring ultra group starts on March 3rd and will target the CAT 50K on July 13th, 2024 or any other spring ultra marathon in the same time frame. Training plans can be adapted to your target race.
Requirements
To safely meet your goal we do ask that you have completed at least one marathon distance and have a strong base level of trail running under your belt. We ask that you are able to run 10 miles at least once before the start for the program. Are you not sure if you meet these requirements? Don’t worry, ask the coach during the info session.
What To Expect
- SUPPORTED GROUP RUNS AND WORKOUTS TWICE A WEEK WITH PLANNED ROUTES, HYDRATION AND COMPANIONSHIP
- POSITIVE AND WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE FOR RUNNERS AND WALKERS OF ALL LEVELS
- WEEKLY TRAINING PLANS – BEGINNER AND INTERMEDIATE OPTIONS
- ACCESS TO EXPERT COACHING SERVICES AND ADVICE
- GAIT ANALYSIS WITH FOOTWEAR RECOMMENDATIONS
- 10% STORE DISCOUNT AT CHARM CITY RUN
- 15% OFF CHARM CITY RUN SIGNATURE RACES
- NUTRITION, GEAR AND INJURY PREVENTION EDUCATION
- ALTRA TRAINING PREMIUM
Questions
Do you have a question about our training programs? Email our training director, Kelly Maurer, at kellym@charmcityrun.com and we will get back to you with more information..
Spring 50K Training
First Run
Sunday, March 3, 2024Start Time
7:00 amTraining Runs
Every Wednesday Every SundayStart Time
6:00 pm 7:00 am
Sponsored by Altra
Description
At Charm City Run our goal is to safely train runners towards reaching their goals of finishing your first ultra, achieving PR and everything in between. The power of the group atmosphere makes the journey fun and enjoyable while encouragement from your coaches makes the long runs much easier.
Each group will meet twice a week for 16 weeks for runs and learn about hydration, trail running, easy runs, recovery runs, hydration, nutrition, injury prevention and much more along the way. Weekday runs will consist of hills and track workouts. Weekend morning runs will be trail runs at local parks, unless weather forces us to stay on the roads.
Our spring ultra group starts on March 3rd and will target the CAT 50K on July 13th, 2024 or any other spring ultra marathon in the same time frame. Training plans can be adapted to your target race.
Requirements
To safely meet your goal we do ask that you have completed at least one marathon distance and have a strong base level of trail running under your belt. We ask that you are able to run 10 miles at least once before the start for the program. Are you not sure if you meet these requirements? Don’t worry, ask the coach during the info session.
What To Expect
- SUPPORTED GROUP RUNS AND WORKOUTS TWICE A WEEK WITH PLANNED ROUTES, HYDRATION AND COMPANIONSHIP
- POSITIVE AND WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE FOR RUNNERS AND WALKERS OF ALL LEVELS
- WEEKLY TRAINING PLANS – BEGINNER AND INTERMEDIATE OPTIONS
- ACCESS TO EXPERT COACHING SERVICES AND ADVICE
- GAIT ANALYSIS WITH FOOTWEAR RECOMMENDATIONS
- 10% STORE DISCOUNT AT CHARM CITY RUN
- 15% OFF CHARM CITY RUN SIGNATURE RACES
- NUTRITION, GEAR AND INJURY PREVENTION EDUCATION
- ALTRA TRAINING PREMIUM
Questions
Do you have a question about our training programs? Email our training director, Kelly Maurer, at kellym@charmcityrun.com and we will get back to you with more information..
Share With Friends
Coach: David Welch
David ran his first race at the 2004 Edinburgh, Scotland 10K and his first marathon in Barcelona, Spain in 2006 but it wasn’t until moving to Frederick in 2011 that he began racing more regularly. It was also in Frederick where David discovered ultra running, completing his first Catoctin 50K in 2013. He has since completed over 35 ultra distance races, including seven 100-mile races.
David began coaching in 2015, after receiving his RRCA coaching certification. Since then, he has coached athletes of all abilities training for 5K PRs to 200 mile races, last person standing backyard ultras, and everything in between. But his passion lies with helping runners conquer ultra distance races, particularly those on the beautiful trails of Frederick.
In addition to his coaching certification, David has a Ph.D. in Plant Molecular Biology, a certificate in plant-based nutrition, and is currently Chief Scientific Officer and Co-founder at Synthesis Capital, an investment manager created to transform our food system through food technology.
Virtual Training
We also offer virtual training options for our training programs.. You can either purchase a training plan or sign up for monthly virtual training with access to an expert coach.